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B23 NJW

1995 Volvo 900 Series

Black Petrol 2316cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

226,346 mi
Last recorded226,346 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Volvo 900 Series139,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 NJW
MakeVolvo
Model900 Series
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,316cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 226,346 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 224,021 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 221,887 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 221,887 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 220,258 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 216,047 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 212,499 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 208,578 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 202,909 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 196,856 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 189,086 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 179,249 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 173,738 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 163,934 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 156,237 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo 900 Series?

Based on 412,062 MOT tests across 46,694 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
4,489
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
46,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 19,439
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,365
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13,124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,224
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,280
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B23 NJW is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series in Black with a 2,316cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Volvo 900 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 139,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo 900 Series fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 19,439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B23 NJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo 900 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 31 years old, this Volvo 900 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B23 NJW registered?

B23 NJW is a 1995 Volvo 900 Series, first registered on 3 November 1995.

Is B23 NJW safe to buy?

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